Guidance for the collection of sWEEE
As part of the phased implementation of the Workplace Recycling regulations, from April 2026, the requirement on workplaces to present specified wastes separately for recycling will extend to small Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (sWEEE). Previously only unsold sWEEE was required to be separated.
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What is sWEEE?
sWEEE is any waste item with a plug, battery or cable that is less than 50 centimetres on its longest edge. This includes all your organisation’s unwanted small tech and electricals including for example, laptops, phones, kettles, toasters, medical devices, lamps and lighting and power tools.
Why is sWEEE now included in the Workplace Recycling Law?
This requirement has been put in place to ensure that small waste electricals from workplaces are not disposed of with general (black bag) waste and are instead kept separate from other waste so that they can be recycled.
sWEEE and Hazardous Waste
This section will help you understand which sWEEE is hazardous and how to manage it.
How to prepare for the new requirement
Actions you can take to ensure your workplace is ready for the new requirement.
Managing your sWEEE - reuse, repair and recycle
Advice on considering if you could repair or reuse your electricals and how to safely recycle your sWEEE if not.
Resources
Useful resources available to support the introduction of sWEEE collections at your workplace